Just like the owners that drive them, Silverado lets its actions do the talking. Actions so strong they've forced everyone to listen — and voice their praises. Here is a look at some of the hardware and accolades the Silverado has taken so far:
Legend: 
Competitive Advantage
| 2008 Silverado 1500 | 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Titan | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Towing (1) Crew Cab 4x4 |
10,500 lbs.(2) |
9,300 lbs. | 8,500 lbs. | 9,400 lbs. | 10,100 lbs. |
| Maximum Payload (3) Crew Cab 4x4 |
1,921 lbs.(2) |
1,660 lbs. | 1,500 lbs. | 1,914 lbs. | 1,590 lbs. |
| Maximum GVWR(4) Crew Cab |
7,300 lbs.(4) |
7,200 lbs. | 6,700 lbs. | 7,200 lbs. | 7,200 lbs. |
| Head Room Crew Cab (Front/Rear) |
41.5 in./40.6 in. |
40.1 in./39.6 in. | 41.0 in./40.0 in. | 40.0 in./40.4 in. | 40.2 in./38.7 in. |
| Head Room Regular Cab (Front) |
41.5 in. |
40.9 in. | 40.8 in. | Not Available | 40.2 in. |
| Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty | 100,000 mile/5-year(5) |
60,000 mile/5-year | Not Offered | 60,000 mile/5-year | 60,000 mile/5-year |
1 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your Chevy dealer for additional details.
2 With available MAX Trailering Pack.
3 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo.
4 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
5 Whichever comes first. See dealer for details.
Legend: Competitive Advantage
| 2008 Silverado 1500 | 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Titan | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| V8 EPA Estimated Fuel Economy Hwy. (2WD/4x4) |
Vortec 5.3L MPG 20/19 |
4.6L MPG 19/17 |
4.7L MPG 17/16 |
5.6L MPG 17/17 |
5.7L MPG 18/17 |
| V8 EPA Estimated Fuel Economy 4x4 (City/Hwy.) |
Vortec MAX 6.0L MPG 13/17 |
5.4L MPG 13/17 |
5.7L MPG 13/17 |
5.6L MPG 12/17 |
5.7L MPG 13/17 |
Legend: Competitive Advantage
| 2008 Silverado 1500 | 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Titan | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heated Windshield Washer Fluid System | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Lockable Underseat Storage With Power Outlet | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Rainsense Wipers | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| 170-Degree Opening Rear Doors Extended Cab |
Standard |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Automatic Locking Rear Differential | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| OnStar With A One-Year Safe & Sound Plan(1) - Advanced Automatic Crash Notification - Emergency Services - Remote Door Unlock(2) - Roadside Assistance - Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance(3) - Vehicle Diagnostics - AccidentAssist |
Standard |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Electronic Stability Control System Crew Cab |
Standard (StabiliTrak) |
Not Offered | Available | Available | Standard |
1 OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Visit onstar.com or call 1.888.4.0NSTAR (1.888.466.7827) for system limitations and details.
2 Remote Door Unlock success varies with conditions.
3 Ability to locate vehicles varies with conditions.
Legend: Competitive Advantage
| 2008 Silverado 1500 | 2008 Ford F-150 | 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Nissan Titan | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five-Star Frontal Crash Test Safety Rating — Driver(1) | Achieved |
Achieved | Achieved | Achieved | Not Achieved |
| Five-Star Frontal Crash Test Safety Rating — Passenger(1) | Achieved |
Achieved | Achieved | Not Achieved | Not Achieved |
| Five-Star Side-Impact Crash Test Safety Rating — Front(2) | Achieved |
Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| Five-Star Side-Impact Crash Test Safety Rating — Rear(2) Extended and Crew Cabs |
Achieved |
Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| Heated Windshield Washer Fluid System | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Rainsense Wipers | Available |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| OnStar With A One-Year Safe & Sound Plan(3) - Advanced Automatic Crash Notification - Emergency Services - Remote Door Unlock(4) - Roadside Assistance - Stolen Vehicle Location Assistance(5) - Vehicle Diagnostics - AccidentAssist |
Standard |
Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered | Not Offered |
| Electronic Stability Control System Crew Cab |
Standard (StabiliTrak) |
Not Offered | Available | Available | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Standard |
Available | Not Offered | Not Offered | Available |
1 Five-star rating is for the driver and front passenger seating positions in the frontal crash test. Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
2 Five-star rating is for the front and rear seating positions in the side-impact crash test. Side-impact crash test rating is for models tested with and without optional head-curtain side-impact air bags (SABs). Government star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (www.safercar.gov).
3 OnStar services require vehicle electrical system (including battery), wireless service and GPS satellite signals to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Visit onstar.com or call 1.888.4.0NSTAR (1.888.466.7827) for system limitations and details.
4 Remote Door Unlock success varies with conditions.
5 Ability to locate vehicles varies with conditions.
